Baby changing mats UK 2021: the best portable and permanent mats for changing your baby
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Nappy changes may possibly be the least glamorous of all parenting tasks, but there’s no escaping them - several times a day and even at night too. One way of making nappy time a little more fun is to invest in a gorgeous changing mat.
What should I look for in a changing mat?
Changing mats can cost anywhere from a few quid to close to £100, so it’s worth doing some research before you buy. It’s important to take your lifestyle into account: will you spend most of your time at home or are you always out and about?
You can buy large changing mats that are perfectly at home in the nursery but aren’t so portable, or opt for handy roll-up options that you can stick in your handbag or use at home if you’re always out and about.
You’ll probably need both unless you’re happy to use a portable changing mat at home, but many changing bags come with mats included, so check to avoid buying the same thing twice.
Design is an important consideration, too: there are changing mats of all shapes, sizes and colours out there, so consider whether you’d like a neutral look to blend into your home or a traffic-stopping design to take centre stage in your nursery.
How easy it will be to clean should also be a factor in your decision-making: some changing mats will need to be washed in the machine after an accident, whereas with others you’ll simply need to wipe them clean.
There are so many options out there, each with their own perks, whether a memory-foam filling, raised sides to stop your baby rolling or nifty compartments in which to store nappies: whatever your priorities and budget, you’ll find the changing mat for you in our handy roundup.
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We instantly fell in love with the adorable Dream Upon A Cloud Luxury Changing Mattress from fabulous UK nursery brand Mamas & Papas.
If you’re after something a little softer than the typical PVC, wipe-clean finish, this is an ideal choice.
Not only is it super soft thanks to its towelling insert, but it also looks impossibly cute thanks to its neutral white and grey tones and its cloud-shaped pillow that keeps baby extra comfy during nappy changes.
It’s also easy to clean, as both the towelling insert and the removable cover are washable.
A beautiful addition to any neutral nursery.
If you’re after a cheerful changing mat that will perk up your nursery without costing a fortune, the Bright Rainbow Changing Mat from beloved baby brand JoJo Maman Bebe is for you.
With its bright rainbow print and simple white background, it’ll slot into any interior scheme, while our mini tester found its comfy foam filling dreamy to lie back on.
We also liked how easy it is to wipe clean, and it’s a nice generous size too, to accommodate your baby as he or she grows.
